Bad Boys (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1983, Bad Boys is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Rick Rosenthal, running about 123 minutes. “There's only one person left who believes Mick O'Brien can make it... Mick O'Brien.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Mick O'Brien is a young Chicago street thug torn between a life of petty crime and the love of his girlfriend. But when the heist of a local drug dealer goes tragically wrong Mick is sentenced to a brutal juvenile prison where violence is a rite of passage and respect is measured in vengeance.
Who’s in it. Bad Boys stars Sean Penn as Mick O’Brien, Reni Santoni as Ramon Herrera, Jim Moody as Gene Daniels and Eric Gurry as Horowitz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Bad Boys has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $9.2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bad Boys page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bad Boys tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bad Boys (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bad Boys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bad Boys worth watching?
- Bad Boys holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Bad Boys?
- Bad Boys stars Sean Penn, Reni Santoni, Jim Moody, Eric Gurry and Esai Morales.
- When was Bad Boys released?
- Bad Boys was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.